World News in English
Latest world headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Chess Grandmaster Jan Timman dies at 74
Renowned Dutch chess grandmaster Jan Timman has died at the age of 74 following a long illness, according to the Royal Dutch Chess Federation (KNSB). During the 1980s and 1990s, Timman was one of the ...
350-euro washing machines, fresh durian and maybe a Rolex: Chinese giant aims to conquer the Dutch market
Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com is planning to expand its presence in the Dutch market, posing a significant threat to local retailers like Bol.com and Coolblue. Retail expert John Lin predicts the co...
Ukrainian teachers teach between air raid sirens in ‘Timestamp’: ‘Cried a lot during editing’
The documentary *Timestamp*, directed by Kateryna Gornostai, depicts the daily lives of Ukrainian teachers and students maintaining education amidst the ongoing Russian invasion. Filmed between 2023 a...
Heat actor Tom Noonan dies at 74
American actor and director Tom Noonan passed away on Saturday at the age of 74. He was best known for his roles in films such as Heat, Manhunter, and The Monster Squad.
Halsema lashes out at British police over claim about shared information on Maccabi fans
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has criticized the West Midlands Police for falsely claiming that their decision to bar Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from an Aston Villa match was based on intelligence provided...
Meta to equip smart glasses with facial recognition: 'Doomsday scenario for privacy'
A leaked memo indicates that Meta plans to equip its smart camera glasses with facial recognition technology to allow users to identify individuals in public. Privacy advocates have condemned the pote...
Coffee with Erik Bobeldijk (1 World 1 Future): "Not living at the expense of our children and grandchildren"
Erik Bobeldijk, a former SP councilor, has launched the new political party "1 Wereld 1 Toekomst" to contest the upcoming municipal elections in Amsterdam. The party focuses on addressing global issue...
Dutchman takes train to Prague with 100,000 euros to buy expensive cars, but journey ends early
A 31-year-old Dutch man was intercepted by German authorities near Dresden while traveling by train from Amsterdam to Prague with over 100,000 euros in cash. Although he claimed the money was intended...
You’d think all Cubans hate Trump, but after 60 years of dictatorship, the oil boycott seems like a unique opportunity
Many Cubans support Donald Trump’s oil boycotts, viewing them as a potential catalyst for change after 60 years of dictatorship. Rather than blaming U.S. sanctions, citizens express deep frustration...
Shein under investigation in Europe over illegal products and ‘addictive’ design: ‘Aggressive marketing model’
The European Union has launched an investigation into the Chinese retailer Shein over the sale of illegal items, including reports of child sex dolls being listed on the platform. The probe also exami...
American civil rights activist Jesse Jackson dies at 84
American civil rights activist and minister Jesse Jackson has passed away at the age of 84, according to his family. He was widely recognized for his lifelong commitment to fighting for equal rights f...
Sharper thinking, better blood values: how fasting can be healthy according to a doctor
As the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan begins tonight, medical experts are highlighting the potential health benefits of abstaining from food and drink between sunrise and sunset, such as improved blo...
This macabre Haarlem masterpiece hung in Jeffrey Epstein's home: "He didn't understand the message"
Recently released documents reveal that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein commissioned a large-scale replica of Cornelis van Haarlem’s 1591 masterpiece, "Massacre of the Innocents," to hang abo...
‘Hi!’ At the Munich Security Conference, NATO chief Rutte is now an absolute heavyweight on his birthday
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has established himself as a political heavyweight at the Munich Security Conference, where he maintains his characteristic friendly and calm demeanor despite high ge...
Three skiers killed in avalanche at French resort Val-d’Isère
Three skiers were killed on Friday following an avalanche in the French resort of Val-d’Isère. Local rescue services have issued warnings of high avalanche risks as the spring holiday season begins...
Dog rescued, but privacy at stake? Controversy over Ring cameras in US: ‘Dystopian’
Amazon is facing criticism in the United States over a Ring doorbell feature that allows users to locate lost pets using their neighbors' camera footage. While the tool is intended to help animal owne...
Dream trip to Cape Verde turns into medical hell: ‘I was in a ward where everyone was vomiting’
Henk de Regt’s ten-day all-inclusive vacation on the Cape Verdean island of Boa Vista turned into a medical ordeal when he fell severely ill. He described a traumatic experience on a hospital ward f...
No more raspberries and blueberries at Albert Heijn: ‘Extreme weather will hit all of Europe’
Dutch supermarket chain Albert Heijn is experiencing a shortage of fresh raspberries and blueberries due to extreme weather conditions in Spain and Morocco. The retailer has placed signs in stores inf...
Heineken in a bind: beer prices rise but consumers refuse to pay more
Heineken is facing a crisis as rising beer prices meet strong resistance from both supermarkets and consumers, particularly in the European market. The brewer is struggling with declining performance ...
Friends from Nieuw-Vennep embark on notorious Scandinavian road trip: "It will be -30 degrees"
Four friends from Nieuw-Vennep are participating in the Carbage Run, a five-day winter road trip through Scandinavia in a 2002 Volkswagen Passat. The team is traveling from Sweden to Finland in extrem...
Ukrainian supermarket workers surprised by photo in Haarlem picture book
A supermarket owner in Haarlem-Noord honored his Ukrainian employees by featuring their group photo on the back cover of a new historical picture book about the city. The staff, who arrived as refugee...
Memarian family makes royal carpets: formerly in Iran, now in the Netherlands
Sadegh Memarian, who fled Iran in 1995 to escape political repression, has established a renowned carpet restoration studio in Cruquius, Netherlands. Continuing a multi-generational family craft that ...
Mourning the loss of Hans van Manen: "His world was a safe haven for me"
World-renowned Dutch choreographer Hans van Manen has passed away at the age of 93 in his Amsterdam home. A self-taught master of contemporary ballet associated with the Dutch National Ballet, Van Man...
Suriname 50 years independent: As long as you can dance a polonaise
To mark the 50th anniversary of Surinamese independence, this report examines how Surinamese music has shaped the Dutch cultural scene through the work of pioneers like Edgar Burgos and modern produce...
Visiting the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, or Yellowstone? It will cost you an extra $100
Starting next year, foreign tourists visiting the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, or Yosemite National Parks in the United States will be required to pay a $100 surcharge. This significant price increase w...
Claudia didn't know she applied for British travel document ETA on the wrong site: ‘I thought: wow, that’s a lot of money’
Dutch travelers are being misled by commercial websites charging up to 200 euros for a British Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), which officially costs less than 19 euros. These third-party platf...
How to prevent your luggage from getting lost on a flight: ‘A strap around your suitcase increases the risk’
Travel experts offer advice on how to prevent luggage from being lost or accidentally taken by other passengers at the airport. They warn that while colorful identifiers are common, adding an external...
Hidden for centuries, secret imperial tunnel under the Colosseum opens to the public
A secret imperial tunnel under Rome's Colosseum, known as the "Passage of Commodus," will open to the public for the first time later this month. Historically used by emperors to enter and exit the am...
South Tyrol hotel owners fear empty rooms due to unusual tax
Starting in 2026, the Italian region of South Tyrol plans to introduce a tourist tax for dogs brought along by vacationers. Local hotel owners are expressing concern that the new fee will lead to vaca...
Gijs experiences unprecedented ice adventures during arduous sailing trip impossible for years: ‘It was magical’
Skipper Gijs Sluik and his crew completed a 52-day sailing expedition through icy waters, encountering polar bears and severe storms along the way. The journey, which was historically impossible but i...